Events

We host community speaker events and learning opportunities to help you continually grow and inspire others as a leader. We expand your community knowledge, strengthen your leadership skills, and connect you to others who want to collaboratively solve local issues.

Upcoming Events

September 26, 2025

Immersion Programs

Apply online

Community Acceleration Project (CAP) - Apply by Sept 26

San Mateo County nonprofits, government agencies, or commissions can apply to work with one of our Community Acceleration Project (CAP) teams.

invite only EVENT

September 9, 2025

Immersion Programs

1 - 2 pm, via Zoom

Info Session'25—Community Acceleration Project (CAP)

What’s a CAP and why does my organization need one? Attend this CAP Information Session to find out.

invite only EVENT

April 24, 2025

Immersion Programs

via Zoom

Info Sessions for Emerging Leaders and CORPS Programs 2025-2026

Is Leadership CORPS (for senior leaders) or Emerging Leaders (for rising leaders) right for you? Attend an Info Session or drop in for Office Hours to get your questions answered. Learn all you need to know and why you should apply.

Category 3
invite only EVENT

April 3, 2025

Community Events

Carolands Chateau

LEAD 2025: Redefining Leadership in a Changing World

Don’t miss an exceptional afternoon of leadership inspiration at the historic Carolands Chateau. Hear from distinguished speakers Chris Ernst (Chief Learning Officer, Workday) and Kishshana Palmer (CEO, ManageMint) as they share powerful insights on navigating today's leadership challenges.

Category 3
invite only EVENT

March 14, 2025

Leadership Skills Programs

Via Zoom

Purposeful Leadership Program March 2025

Feeling burnt out? With expert coaching, uncover root causes of burnout and develop an action plan so you can focus on the most important aspects of your life.

Category 1
invite only EVENT

February 27, 2025

Elected Leaders Programs

CZI Community Space, Redwood City

Elected Leaders Training 2025

Elected leaders in San Mateo County are invited to this two-day innovative program to help them build relationships, learn best practices for effective governance, and focus on issues that will help them positively impact their elected entities and communities.

Category 2
invite only EVENT

December 10, 2024

Leadership Skills Programs

SSF Library | Parks & Rec

Lead with Strength: Unlock Your Potential with CliftonStrengths

Unlock your leadership potential with CliftonStrengths workshops! Led by Gallup Certified Strengths Coach Alicia Santamaria, learn to use your natural talents as strengths that drive your success.

invite only EVENT

October 26, 2024

Leadership Skills Programs

Virtual via Zoom

Purposeful Leadership Program

Feeling burnt out? Ready to refocus and make space in your life? Spend 3 short hours with expert leadership coaches and move towards leading with more choice, intention, and purpose.

invite only EVENT

September 23, 2024

Community Events

North Fair Oaks Community Center

Board of Supervisors D4 Candidate Forum

Hear from the District 4 Candidates for SMC Board of Supervisors, Lisa Gauthier and Antonio Lopez. Hosted by Thrive Alliance, Choose Children (a project of SVCF), and Leadership Council SMC.

invite only EVENT
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Past Events

September 26, 2025

Immersion Programs

Apply online

Community Acceleration Project (CAP) - Apply by Sept 26

San Mateo County nonprofits, government agencies, or commissions can apply to work with one of our Community Acceleration Project (CAP) teams.

invite only EVENT

September 9, 2025

Immersion Programs

1 - 2 pm, via Zoom

Info Session'25—Community Acceleration Project (CAP)

What’s a CAP and why does my organization need one? Attend this CAP Information Session to find out.

invite only EVENT

April 24, 2025

Immersion Programs

via Zoom

Info Sessions for Emerging Leaders and CORPS Programs 2025-2026

Is Leadership CORPS (for senior leaders) or Emerging Leaders (for rising leaders) right for you? Attend an Info Session or drop in for Office Hours to get your questions answered. Learn all you need to know and why you should apply.

Category 3
invite only EVENT

April 3, 2025

Community Events

Carolands Chateau

LEAD 2025: Redefining Leadership in a Changing World

Don’t miss an exceptional afternoon of leadership inspiration at the historic Carolands Chateau. Hear from distinguished speakers Chris Ernst (Chief Learning Officer, Workday) and Kishshana Palmer (CEO, ManageMint) as they share powerful insights on navigating today's leadership challenges.

Category 3
invite only EVENT

March 14, 2025

Leadership Skills Programs

Via Zoom

Purposeful Leadership Program March 2025

Feeling burnt out? With expert coaching, uncover root causes of burnout and develop an action plan so you can focus on the most important aspects of your life.

Category 1
invite only EVENT

February 27, 2025

Elected Leaders Programs

CZI Community Space, Redwood City

Elected Leaders Training 2025

Elected leaders in San Mateo County are invited to this two-day innovative program to help them build relationships, learn best practices for effective governance, and focus on issues that will help them positively impact their elected entities and communities.

Category 2
invite only EVENT

December 10, 2024

Leadership Skills Programs

SSF Library | Parks & Rec

Lead with Strength: Unlock Your Potential with CliftonStrengths

Unlock your leadership potential with CliftonStrengths workshops! Led by Gallup Certified Strengths Coach Alicia Santamaria, learn to use your natural talents as strengths that drive your success.

invite only EVENT

October 26, 2024

Leadership Skills Programs

Virtual via Zoom

Purposeful Leadership Program

Feeling burnt out? Ready to refocus and make space in your life? Spend 3 short hours with expert leadership coaches and move towards leading with more choice, intention, and purpose.

invite only EVENT

September 23, 2024

Community Events

North Fair Oaks Community Center

Board of Supervisors D4 Candidate Forum

Hear from the District 4 Candidates for SMC Board of Supervisors, Lisa Gauthier and Antonio Lopez. Hosted by Thrive Alliance, Choose Children (a project of SVCF), and Leadership Council SMC.

invite only EVENT